WORLD-CLASS R&D
Ampersand is Africa’s first electric transport energy company with the longest track record of serving a commercial e-motorcycle fleet and battery swapping network at scale. Since Ampersand was founded in 2016, it has grown to be best in class for technology and performance, with more than 500 employees and a presence in Rwanda and Kenya.
Through extensive testing and R&D, Ampersand has grown its fleet to a current 5,700, and is expected to surpass 40,000 by the end of 2026. By powering commercial transport through its reliable electrical energy supply, Ampersand is paving the way for affordable, lower-carbon public transport, creating green jobs.
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EVOLUTION
December 2024
Fleet reaches 5,000 and 120,800 battery swaps per week
June 2023
Fleet reaches 1000 e-motorcycles on the roads of Kenya and Rwanda and 115,000 monthly swaps
July 2022
Ampersand arrives in Kenya, delivering the first
e-motorcycles to Boda customers
2021
60 vehicles in commercial operation
2018
Five different prototype vehicles tested in Kigali: on road, in the lab, and with customers
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May 2024
100,000,000 Kilometers Driven – Zero Emissions, Zero CO2!
December 2022
Fleet reaches 800 vehicles and 80,000 battery swaps per month
April 2022
Series production begins at 30 vehicles per week
2019
Commercial launch:
3 swap stations across Kigali and fleet of 20
e-moto taxis
Rwanda announces mototaxi electrification goals
OUR MISSION
Lead the shift to clean, affordable mobility through unmatched customer experience.
OUR VISION
A world where motorcycle transport is cleaner and more profitable for its consumers
OUR TEAM
Headquartered in Kigali, Ampersand has grown from a tiny bootstrapped R&D garage project into Africa's leading electric vehicle operation, with a team of more than 500 staff in Rwanda, Kenya, and Germany.
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All Ampersand motorcycles and batteries are assembled on-site by our talented team. Investing in the next generation of African developers and engineers is crucial to putting Africa on the map and leading the way with new technologies.
That’s why we host a number of intern roles in all departments and are always on the lookout for fresh talent who are excited by our vision.
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CEO & Founder
President, Founder & CTO
Chief Finance Officer
Vice President, Operations
General Counsel
Chief People Officer
Country Director - Rwanda
Country Director - Kenya
Partnerships & Grants Director
Charge Network Director
Production & Supply Chain Director
Head of Mechanical Engineering
Head of Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Head Of Software Engineering
IT Manager & Data Protection Officer
HR Manager
Logistics Manager
Procurement Manager
Production Manager
Battery Assembly & Maintenance Manager
Operations Manager, Kenya
Commercial Manager, Rwanda
OUR VALUES
Customer-centric Everyday
We prioritize our customers daily, tailoring solutions to exceed expectations.
Challenge The Status Quo Through Innovation
Our dedicated teams constantly challenge the status quo, driving innovation to enhance customer experiences and deliver solutions that go beyond expectations
Love Solving Problems Together
Internal collaboration is our approach; we thrive on solving challenges alongside our customers.
Stay Agile
We stay agile to swiftly meet dynamic customer needs and adapt to a changing landscape.
Driven By People And Planet
Beyond business, we're committed to people and the planet, ensuring a positive impact.